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Shadow and Bone (Grisha) Trilogy by Leigh Bardugo is a series is that is unique and gripping. I also loved the main character, Anna, as she is quite brave. The world is also so complex, and I could easily picture it. I would definitely recommend this series to fantasy lovers.
Title: The Shadow and Bone TrilogySeries: Shadow and Bone
Author: Leigh Bardugo
Also by this author: Shadow and Bone (Grisha Verse #1)
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co.
Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult Fiction
Publication Date: November 17, 2015
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In a lavish world where darkness reigns and science collides with superstition, Alina Starkov has the power to save her country…but it comes with a price in The Grisha Trilogy by New York Times-bestselling author Leigh Bardugo.
Included in this bundle are Shadow and Bone, Siege and Storm, and Ruin and Rising.
Review: Shadow and Bone (Grisha) Trilogy
This series tells the story of an orphan who discovers that she has a rare and coveted ability. She is chosen to save the world from darkness, but must learn to control her powers first. I loved the twisty plot and the countless betrayals throughout the books. My mind was continuously blown as I worked my way through each of the books. I waited far too long to pick up this series, but I’m glad that I finally did.
❀ Alina is Great Character
I adored Alina’s character. She is just a girl who suddenly has the fate of the world in her hands and a group of people to worship her. I enjoyed following along as Alina comes to terms with her power, and I admired her bravery. She really transforms throughout the series, and I loved getting to know her more.
❀ Vivid World
One of my favourite aspects of the series was the incredibly vivid world. It is so complex, and I loved the medieval/Russian vibes. I especially appreciated each of the different abilities that are clearly explained. I love a good fantasy that I can escape with, and this series definitely satisfied that desire.
❀ An Action-Packed Series
Shadow and Bone (Grisha) Trilogy by Leigh Bardugo is an action-packed series with a courageous main character. I loved the creative setting and the well-developed powers. If you are like me and have waited to read this series, I would definitely recommend diving in as soon as possible!
About Leigh Bardugo
Leigh Bardugo is the #1 New York Times bestselling and USA Today bestselling author of the Six of Crows Duology and the Shadow and Bone Trilogy, as well as the upcoming Wonder Woman: Warbringer (Aug 2017) and The Language of Thorns (Sept 2017).
She was born in Jerusalem, grew up in Los Angeles, and graduated from Yale University. These days, she lives and writes in Hollywood where she can occasionally be heard singing with her band.
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AAAAHHHHH I’m glad you loved it! This is one of my favorites and one of the reasons why I adore Leigh Bardugo haha!
It is such a fantastic series! 🙂
Leigh Bardugo does worldbuilding so well, because you get enough info and details that you know how the worl works and her prose makes it all so vivid, instead of just going the “info-dump route” (you get told so many things about that particular country/world that it never feels real, it’s just a collection of facts, something very dry… know what I mean?)
So glad you liked this trilogy!
Well, I guess that I need to jump on the bandwagon because I have not read this series yet either:(
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I am glad that I am not alone!! 😉
Don’t worry — you’re not the last. I haven’t read this one yet. I want to, though! Great review!
That is a relief! I have had so much guilt! 🙂
I have not read this series yet but so many love it. I have to get it and read it. I really want to! Sounds like this is so well written. I have to get it soon.
Mary
It is definitely a series that I recommend! I will admit that I loved Six of Crows a little more, though. 🙂
The world of this series is AMAZING. I can’t get enough of it. 😀
I am so happy that I have finally read it and understand all of the excitement everyone has for the books and the characters. 🙂
I hate that I couldn’t get into this series. I think I read the first book twice, tried the second book three or four times, but just could never finish it. Siggghhh.
I had the same experience with the second book. I am happy that I finally finished the series. I hope that some day you pick it up and it just clicks for you. 🙂
Yes I totally agree with you! This series is awesome and I highkey miss it. I need more books!! I also love how great the worldbuilding is in this series.
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It has amazing world building! 🙂
I can’t believe I still haven’t read this series yet. It seems amazing and I can’t wait to start this one. I enjoyed your review. 😀
Thank you! I hope that you enjoy it if you do give it a try. 🙂
Great review! This is one of my favorite trilogy and i’m so glad you loved it! 🙂
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You’re not the last to read the trilogy! I’ve been meaning to pick up the series for a while, but haven’t yet! The plot doesn’t interest me that much, but I want to read it before Six of Crows. I’ve heard iffy things about the third book and how the romance was dealt, but I don’t think I’ll be disappointed if I keep it in mind!
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It is something that I find that people tend to love or just abandon. It did take me some time to get into it, but it was very enjoyable. Six of Crows is definitely my favourite of her books.
This has been on my TBR for so long. I even got to meet the author once! But I need to read it. I don’t know anyone who did not enjoy it. Great review! Glad to know I wasn’t the only one behind on this.
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I’m glad you loved it! Great review. Though I’m not sure Alina is my favorite person lol